Job Description
Role Overview
- The Cluster Head is a strategic leader responsible for business growth, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement within a designated cluster.
- This individual will lead a cross-functional team, ensure customer retention, and drive business expansion while maintaining strict compliance with Omniretail’s central policies. A data-driven approach, strong leadership, and process discipline are critical for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
Business Growth & Customer Engagement:
- Drive retailer onboarding, KYC verification, and credit checks.
- Ensure Month-on-Month (MoM) growth in customer order sizes, working capital loans, and rewards program adoption.
- Implement strategies to increase repeat purchases and customer engagement.
Operational Excellence:
- Oversee warehousing, logistics, and order fulfillment within the cluster.
- Manage partnerships with hubs, logistics providers (OmniHub), and delivery franchises to ensure seamless operations.
- Ensure payment reconciliation, stock audits, and insurance compliance.
Central Alignment & Compliance:
- Serve as the primary liaison between the cluster and central audit, finance, HR, and admin teams.
- Ensure full compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and HR standards.
- Conduct regular audits and reviews to enforce process adherence.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing cross-functional team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Identify skill gaps and provide training & development opportunities.
Data-Driven Decision Making:
- Utilize business intelligence tools and analytics to drive performance improvements.
- Monitor and report on key business metrics, identifying trends and growth opportunities.
- Continuously optimize processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Stakeholder Management:
- Build and maintain relationships with retailers, suppliers, and logistics partners.
- Act as the point of contact for all cluster-level stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations.
- Address customer concerns and partner needs proactively.
Process Integrity & Adherence:
- Enforce strict compliance with operational and HR processes.
- Uphold high standards of integrity and professionalism in all business dealings.
- Ensure consistent implementation of organizational policies.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Business Growth Metrics:
- Increase in customer order sizes, working capital loan usage, and rewards engagement.
- Growth in new retailer onboarding & retention.
- Higher repeat purchase rate across product categories.
Operational Efficiency Metrics:
- On-time delivery rates & optimized logistics performance.
- Reduction in order processing times & bottlenecks.
- Accurate & timely stock audits and payment reconciliations.
Team Performance Metrics:
- Achievement of individual & team performance targets.
- Employee engagement & retention rates.
- Completion of training & upskilling programs.
Compliance & Alignment Metrics
- Adherence to operational & HR policies as set by central teams.
- Timeliness & accuracy of reports submitted to audit, finance, HR, and admin teams.
- Results from internal & external audits.
Customer & Partner Engagement Metrics
- Net Promoter Score (NPS) & customer satisfaction ratings.
- Strength of partnerships with hubs, logistics providers, and delivery franchise partners.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in operations, sales, or business management, preferably in emerging markets or tech-driven organizations.
- Strong background in cross-functional team management and multi-stakeholder collaboration.
Key Competencies & Requirements:
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to drive long-term business growth.
- Operational Expertise: Experience managing logistics, warehousing & order fulfillment.
- Data-Driven Approach: Proficiency in business analytics and reporting tools.
- Leadership & Team Management: Proven ability to lead & develop high-performing teams.
- Customer-Centric Mindset: Strong focus on customer retention & engagement.
- Compliance & Process Discipline: Ability to enforce company policies & drive adherence.
- Excellent Communication: Strong stakeholder management & reporting skills.
- Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Ability to navigate complex, fast-paced environments.
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Strong MoM growth in customer transactions, financing adoption, and loyalty.
- Efficient logistics, warehousing, and payment reconciliation with minimal delays.
- A motivated, high-performing team driving business success.
- Effective collaboration with central teams, ensuring full compliance.
- Data-driven decision-making leading to operational and financial improvements.
- Long-term partnerships that strengthen Omniretail’s footprint in the market.